HyunA’s unique ‘red fashion’ hits fans

Sexy idol HyunA is pursuing a unique “red fashion” following the release of her solo album “Red.”(OSEN)Going against the expectation that she would try an all-red style, the 4Minute member is only wearing dark-colored outfits with clever touches of the color red. (OSEN)At several recent shows, HyunA wore only black outfits. In keeping with the song “Red,” however, she wore hot-red lipstick and nail polish. Some fans complimented her style, saying that her unique approach actually boosted her sex

July 31, 2014

Joo Won, Shim Eun-kyung‘s accidental encounter at after party

On the day that actress Shim Eun-kyung confirmed her role in the upcoming drama series “Nodame Cantabile,” she had an accidental encounter with her costar Joo Won.The duo’s unplanned meeting happened at an after party for VIPs following a premiere event for the film “The Pirates” on Tuesday.At a cinema located near Konkuk University, Joo Won was spotted in a white shirt and black trousers in photo zone prior to the premiere, while Shim was not seen during the photo session.The after party was he

July 31, 2014

Jaejoong reveals 3 reasons why he makes a decent boyfriend

Jaejoong, a member of the K-pop boy band JYJ and an actor, talked about how he acts in a relationship during an interview with local media outlets on Wednesday.　Comparing himself to his character Youngdal, the fledgling actor said that he is honest when it comes to love. 　 (OSEN)“Just like my character in the drama ‘Triangle’ who gets into fight or conflicts outside but becomes a shy guy in front of his love Jung-hee, I am honest. I cannot hide my feelings or have a poker face when I love someon

July 31, 2014

T.O.P, Ahn So-hee couple photo goes viral

Reebok recently released a photo of their main models, T.O.P and Ahn So-hee, on its official Facebook page. The pictorial shows the K-pop idols holding hands amid a myriad of camera flashes, as if being chased by paparazzi. The stars flaunted a stylish charm in sporty fashion and sneakers. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Picture credit: Reebok Facebook)

July 31, 2014

JYP boy groups send ‘love’ to HA:TFELT

JYP boy groups 2PM, 2AM, and GOT7 congratulated former Wonder Girl Yenny as she made her solo debut as HA:TFELT by sending a big wreath to her gallery exhibition.The photo has recently gone viral and gained many people’s attention.In the photo, the wreath has a short message that said, “JYP men who love HA:TFELT, 2PM, 2AM, GOT 7. Perfect visual HA:TFELT! Congratulations Ye-eun!”HA:TFELT opened an exhibition on Wednesday to celebrate her first solo mini album. The album, “ME?” will be released Th

July 31, 2014

Goo Ha-ra’s ‘DAY & NIGHT’ photos released

The pictures for KARA member Goo Ha-ra’s “DAY & NIGHT” solo album were released yesterday on DSP Entertainment’s official website. The K-pop idol exuded a romantic atmosphere in a white sheer outfit with matching natural makeup and a loose ponytail. KARA’s new album “DAY & NIGHT” will be released on Aug. 18, followed by a showcase on the same day. By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)(Photo credit: DSP Entertainment)

July 31, 2014

Kim Ka-yeon fights to protect daughter, husband

Actress Kim Ka-yeon has reported about 80 malicious netizens to the police for posting humiliating comments about her family, the actress said on MBC reality talk show “Radio Star” aired on Thursday. “I reported about 80 trolls to the police, and had about 40 of them prosecuted,” the 42-year-old actress said. “I can manage with the insults and criticisms (targeting me), but I am determined to take action against the low-key ‘pae-drip’ kind of jokes that attack my family,” she added. The actress

July 31, 2014

Jaejoong sends supporting message to Yunho

Kim Jae-joong, actor and member of boy group JYJ, sent his support to his former TVXQ colleague Jung Yun-ho during an interview with local news reports on Wednesday.“Yun-ho, how are you doing? I’m doing fine. Filming a historical drama for the first time is going to be hard. There will be many outdoor scenes and you will need to have a lot of practice at sword-play. Drink lots of water and take care of yourself in the hot weather,” Kim was quoted as saying.(C-Jes Ent. / SM Ent.)During the interv

July 31, 2014

Tak Jae-hoon files for divorce

Singer and entertainer Tak Jae-hoon filed for divorce to end his 13-year marriage, legal and entertainment industry sources said Thursday.Tak, 46, filed the suit in June against his 41-year-old wife surnamed Lee, heralding a legal fight over child custody and property rights, the sources said. The former member of K-pop duo Country Kko Kko reportedly cited irreconcilable differences as the reason for the divorce. Tak Jae-hoon was previously sentenced to a six-month jail term on a one-year suspen

July 31, 2014

Boseman drips with charisma as James Brown

There’s a delicious moment in “Get on Up,” Tate Taylor’s new James Brown biopic, when Brown ― played by Chadwick Boseman, in a thrillingly magnetic performance ― is about to appear on the T.A.M.I. Show, a multi-act concert filmed in 1964. Backstage, the singer is informed that he and his band won’t be closing the show; that honor will be going to an up-and-coming British band called the Rolling Stones. Brown shakes off the disappointment, goes out and blows the roof off the place with the force

FilmJuly 30, 2014

Summer music school grows with festival

PYEONGCHANG, Gangwon Province ― On a sunny Sunday afternoon, students carrying their own instruments crisscrossed through dozens of buildings at the snowless ski resort of Alpensia, rushing to lessons, master classes or makeshift practice rooms. Some of them were heading to the resort’s convention center, where renowned pianist Peter Frankl was scheduled for a master class.  During the master class, which was open to the public, three students had a chance to perform in front of the maestro and

CultureJuly 30, 2014

National Theater unveils season repertory

The state-run National Theater of Korea introduced its repertory system in 2012. It was not an easy process. The theater company put together an entire program of performances in advance, then presented premieres and restaged shows alternately. The system required the theater to increase the number of programs and plan early. It had to give up revenue from lending out the theater space, while taking on the burden of added costs.Despite initial concerns, this innovative approach has started to br

PerformanceJuly 30, 2014

Hyundai Card Citybreak to feature all-star lineup

With August just around the corner, the country is gearing up to host its biggest and most highly anticipated annual summer music festival.Despite its short history, the newly inaugurated Hyundai Card Citybreak music festival has already managed to add its name to the short list of must-attend summer music fests. This year’s two-day event arguably sports one of the best artist line-ups of all of the year’s major concerts with headliners Maroon 5 and the legendary heavy metal rocker Ozzy Osbourne

July 30, 2014

Smith suspended for comments on domestic abuse

NEW YORK (AP) ― ESPN has suspended outspoken sportscaster Stephen A. Smith for a week because of his comments about domestic abuse suggesting women should make sure that they don’t do anything to provoke an attack. Smith’s commentary occurred during a discussion on ESPN2’s “First Take” last Friday about the NFL’s two-game suspension of Baltimore Ravens running back Ray Rice following charges he assaulted his now-wife. The remarks attracted widespread attention, including a stinging rebuke online

TelevisionJuly 30, 2014

European jazz festival in Sept.

Last year’s inaugural European Jazz Festival in Korea showcased diverse jazz musicians and unique jazz styles from eight European nations.This year, 13 acts from the United Kingdom, Sweden, Switzerland, France, Denmark, Italy, Germany and Norway will once again bring a fresh array of European jazz to Seoul audiences.European Jazz Festival 2014 will take place over three days from Sept. 19-21 at the BBCH Hall at Kwanglim Arts Center in Seoul. Unlike most other music festivals, EJF will be held in

PerformanceJuly 30, 2014

Listen to what your bag has to say

Bags are more than simple carriers. In an exhibition underway at the Simone Handbag Museum, bags are the source of inspiration for artists, who presented works exploring the meaning of bags in relation to sound. Odd as it may sound to associate bags with sound, the exhibition seeks to explore bags as representations of the personalities of the holders using sound as a theme. As part of a series of exhibitions before the launch of the handbag brand 0941 by Simone, the exhibition “Bag is Rhythm” s

Arts & DesignJuly 30, 2014

Fashion campaign with artistic touch

Luxury fashion houses have recently begun inviting renowned artists to add artistic sophistication to their style. Louis Vuitton launched an advertisement campaign under its new creative director Nicolas Ghesquiere, who took over from Marc Jacobs last yearThree respected photographers, Annie Leibovitz, Juergen Teller and Bruce Weber, participated in the campaign “Series 1,” which features Ghesquiere’s muse Charlotte Gainsbourg and two other models. Photo shoots under the new three-part campaign

Arts & DesignJuly 30, 2014

Boutique gyms offer workout alternative

It’s a Wednesday evening at the Pop Physique studio in downtown Baltimore, and a dozen women ― most clad in leggings, T-shirts and socks ― are rotating their hips while trying to hold an exercise ball between their thighs.“Great job, guys!” says instructor Smithy Onattu, directing her students via a headset as a playlist with songs such as Lana Del Rey’s “Florida Kilos” and “Tumblr Girls” by rapper G-Eazy pumps through the art-filled space.Over the course of an hour, the group will tackle a seri

CultureJuly 30, 2014